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Which term refers to taking a person into custody according to legal authorities?

Indictment
Bail
Arrest
Due Process

The correct answer is: Arrest

The term that refers to taking a person into custody according to legal authorities is "arrest." It is a legal action taken by law enforcement officers, where an individual is detained based on probable cause that they have committed a crime. An arrest typically involves the officer informing the person of the charges against them and their rights, resulting in the individual being taken into custody for further legal proceedings. The other terms have distinct legal meanings that do not pertain directly to the act of taking someone into custody. "Indictment" relates to a formal charge or accusation of a serious crime, initiated by a grand jury, rather than the act of apprehending someone. "Bail" refers to the financial arrangement that allows a person to be released from custody while awaiting trial, pending certain conditions. "Due Process" encompasses the legal requirement that the state must respect all legal rights owed to a person, ensuring fair treatment through the normal judicial system, but it does not specifically denote the act of taking someone into custody.